Straight Fence Post Count Calculator
Count equal fence spans and posts along one straight run.
Your result
EVERYDAYEnter your values and select calculate.
On this page How it works & practical examples
How to use the Straight Fence Post Count Calculator
Enter the run between its two end posts. The calculated actual spacing distributes the spans evenly without exceeding your maximum.
The calculation
Worked example
A 20 m straight run with maximum 2.5 m spacing needs eight spans and nine posts.
Assumptions and limits
One straight run only. Shared corner posts, gates, terrain, foundations and local construction rules are not modeled; the tool does not select a safe spacing.
Common questions
Which inputs should I use?
Enter the run between its two end posts. The calculated actual spacing distributes the spans evenly without exceeding your maximum.
What does the result exclude?
One straight run only. Shared corner posts, gates, terrain, foundations and local construction rules are not modeled; the tool does not select a safe spacing.